2000 Pesetas - Juan Carlos I The Alhambra
1995 year| Silver (.925) | 27 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Juan Carlos I (1975-2014) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1995 |
| Value | 2000 Pesetas (2000 ESP) |
| Currency | Peseta (1868-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 28 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#101618 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Court of the Lions in La Alhambra of Granada.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CULTURA Y NATURALEZA
M
2000 PTAS
Unabridged legend: 2000 Pesetas
Translation: Culture and Nature
Engraver: Garcilaso Rollán Sánchez
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Alhambra is a palace and fortress complex located in Granada, Andalusia, Spain. It is one of the most famous monuments of Islamic architecture and one of the best-preserved palaces of the historic Islamic world, in addition to containing notable examples of Spanish Renaissance architecture.
The Court of the Lions (Spanish: Patio de los Leones) or Palace of the Lions (Spanish: Palacio de los Leones) is a palace in the heart of the Alhambra, a historic citadel formed by a complex of palaces, gardens and forts in Granada, Spain. It was commissioned by the Nasrid sultan Muhammad V of the Emirate of Granada in Al-Andalus. Its construction started in the second period of his reign, between 1362 and 1391 AD.
Interesting fact
The 2000 Pesetas - Juan Carlos I (The Alhambra) 1995 coin from Spain features a unique design that showcases the Alhambra, a palace and fortress complex located in Granada, Spain. The coin's design is a nod to the rich history and cultural heritage of Spain, and the Alhambra's intricate architecture and beautiful gardens are depicted in great detail on the coin's surface. This coin is a great example of how numismatics can serve as a window into a country's history, culture, and artistic traditions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 M | 7131 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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